Lead Learning Support Assistant

Job Details

Are you passionate about helping students gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the workplace? We are looking for a dedicated Lead Learning Support Assistant to join our team and play a vital role in preparing students for their futures.

Main Purpose of the Role:

• To foster and promote independence, resilience, and skills development in students with additional support needs, helping them to reach their full potential.
• Play an active role in fulfilling the College’s mission:

"To provide a transformative education that empowers learners and serves our community and employers."

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will:

Lead Duties

• Build effective relationships with parents, sharing information and working together to support student needs.
• Deliver Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) annual reviews, ensuring timely completion of paperwork.
• Lead pre-course interviews and enrolments for SEND students.
• Monitor the provision of support and guidance for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Create and maintain individual learning plans.
• Liaise with teachers to identify and meet student learning needs.
• Support the Additional Learning Support (ALS) Manager with strategic activities.
• Act as deputy for the ALS Manager when required.

Learning Support Assistant Duties

• Provide tailored learning support in classrooms and support centres.
• Work closely with teachers and ALS colleagues to ensure effective support delivery.
• Assist with systems, processes, and procedures relating to learning support.
• Act as an advocate for students, ensuring their needs are understood and met.
• Stay fully informed of students’ Individual Support Plans and share key information with staff.
• Commit to continuous professional development to keep specialist knowledge current.
• Support student CPD days and wider course activities.
• Promote positive practice, equality, diversity, safeguarding, and health & safety across all work.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• GCSE Level 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Good standard of general education.
• Experience working with SEND students across different curriculum areas.
• Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to multi-task.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a deep understanding of individual student needs.
• A reflective and observant approach, with confidence to raise concerns appropriately.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and external partners.
• Team player with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Professional appearance.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in a relevant subject.
• Previous experience in an educational setting in a similar role.
• Familiarity with IT systems in education.
• Good technical skills to deliver support in virtual classrooms.
• Knowledge of employability opportunities for young people with SEND.
• Experience writing high-quality, meaningful review documents.

The right candidate will have:

• Ability to relate well to students and staff, balancing support and challenge to maximise achievement.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Creative and lateral thinking skills to promote campus growth and enhance learning experiences.
• Proven ability to resolve conflicts professionally and ensure student welfare.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.